How to Install a Sliding Bolt

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Sliding bolts are locks on the inside of doors that can't be opened by keys on the outside.

How much strength do you need the bolt to have? Cut a piece of plywood larger than the size of the bolt. Glue this to the door where you want the bolt, lining up the front edge of the plywood with the edge of the door. Then, screw the bolt onto the plywood. If you need a stronger latch, it will require a lot more work.

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